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What to photograph in Romania in summer

by True Romania | Aug 3, 2018 | Attractions, Travel Tips | 1 comment

Summer is one of the most exciting times of the year to photograph a destination. Landscapes are lush and colorful, wildlife is abundant and the long days of summer provide more light than any other time of the year. Add to this the warm temperatures and the good mood...

7 traditional things to do for Easter in Romania

by True Romania | Mar 15, 2018 | Romanian Culture | 4 comments

Curious to know what are the most interesting things to do for Easter in Romania? Shooting of the rooster, perfuming, Easter mass in a centuries-old wooden church are some of them! Continue reading to learn more. As the country is home to Orthodox, Catholics and...

This is one of the last Transylvanian Saxon customs still alive

by True Romania | Jan 29, 2018 | Romanian Culture, Romanian People | 0 comments

“Fuga Lolelor” is a Transylvanian Saxon custom celebrated in late January in Agnita. The old custom has its roots in The Middle Ages. The local legends say that one day, as the Ottomans were getting ready to attack the fortress, a brave girl from the village dressed...

Christmas in Romania: what’s so great about it?

by True Romania | Dec 21, 2017 | Romanian Culture | 0 comments

During Christmas in Romania well-kept customs and traditions come to life. People dressed in traditional clothes sing carols, dancers wearing bears’ costumes wish for the passing of winter and in the countryside pigs are sacrificed in exchange for a rich Christmas...